Another Chapter!

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Byakuya looked at Sojun and his step mother Hanna. They both had their hands were behind them in handcuffs.

Byakuya had long lost any paternal or maternal feelings toward his father and step mother. To him at this time, they are part of the group that attacked his guardians; they attacked his family.

Sojun gave a very stoic look at the group that was holding him. Byakuya's siblings started to smile with a light chuckle because that stoic look reminded them of Byakuya. Now they see how he got it naturally.

Byakuya had to give a very sly smile because his siblings would kid him about his 'stoic' stance.

"I fail to see the humor in this situations. Do you know that I will notify the proper authorities about this situation?" Sojun let them all know that he was very disgusted with them. "You have invaded my home and made my wife very upset. You all will pay dearly for disrupting my household," Sojun yelled, "especially you, Byakuya. I am your father!" he stared at Byakuya as if he was trying his best to intimidate him. If looks could kill, Byakuya would be dead.

Yumichika cleared his voice as he was looking at his tablet. He spoke as he was looking through the information on the tablet. "I beg to differ from your statement. It is you and your wife who have been living illegally in this house. Just because you are his biological father does not mean you can demand anything from him. According to the will, Byakuya is the legal heir to the Kuchiki fortune." Yumichika walked close to Sojun and whispered in to Sojun's ear. "It seems as though we have discovered the will of Gineri Kuchiki has been discovered."

Byakuya stared at Sojun and Hanna as their expression on their faces changed.

"There is no will. You are just trying to justify coming into my house. But one thing you fail to see is that we are not afraid of you and I will make it my mission to destroy you. I will start with your guardians then your wife and then," Hanna yelled as she tried to stand.

Rangiku kept one hand on Byakuya's shoulder as she reached for her GLOC and pointed at Hanna. Hanna froze as she slowly sat down and tried to stay still. Sojun sat motionless also because Ikkaku pulled his weapon. Both he and Hanna knew that they would kill them before any harm comes to Byakuya.

After everyone calmed down, Yumichika began to speak again.

"As I said before, the will has been found and the head of the Kuchiki Family has allowed our staff to go through all of the family and all of the Aizen Corporation's file since the Kuchiki Family is the majority stock holder in that Corporation. In fact, I, being head legal counsel for Mr. Byakuya Kuchiki, have called a meeting of the family counsel to discuss the change in leadership. So, Mr. Sojun Kuchiki, this is to inform you that your services are no longer needed and that you are being replaced."

Yumichika looked at Kensai who gave him the signal that the group had arrived to take the couple away. Yumichika nodded because Kira and Hisagi were standing next to Kensai. Yumichika went and stood by Madarame as Byakuya stood.

"Mister and Misses Sojun Kuchiki, I want to take this opportunity to bid you a fond farewell. At this time, I have to prepare for my meeting. From this point onward, Mr. Muguruma will be in charge." Byakuya buttoned his coat and waited for Rangiku and Yumichika to walk ahead of him. Ikkaku and Byakuya walked out together as they met with Kira, Hisagi and Kensai. Kensai informed them where they would be taken. The discussion ended as Kensai's men began to come in with gurneys.

Two men placed needles in both Hanna and Sojun's neck. A few minutes later, the unconscious bodies both Sojun and Hanna were wheeled out to waiting trucks that were unmarked vehicles.

As they came to the car, Kira and Hisagi opened the doors for Yumichika and Rangiku to enter first then Byakuya and Ikkaku. Kira and Hisagi jumped up front and drove to an undisclosed location that was provided The Alliance.

On the ride home, the six sat in silence. All of them were tired from the events of today, but Byakuya knew there would be little sleep. He and his group had two days to prepare for the family meeting and then two days after that, they meet with the government to find out the damages Aizen and his partners did to the company. Yumichika being head of the legal counsel, will be in the fore front of this effort.

Kaname had been with the company long enough to pass all of the reports to Gin and his group. For the historical files, that is when Gin was placed in her role. Most of the Historical files were done from hard copy to microfiche. From microfiche, they were placed the corporation's server. Gin with Kaname's help, they were able to get the all of the records needed.

Byakuya watched as Rangiku and Yumichika looking at information on the tablet. He then looked at Ikkaku who was looking at the two laughing.

"You know Yumichika is going to have a major role in the corporation," Byakuya started but stopped. "I know all of us will have a major role in the new corporation."

As they pulled up to the front of the building, Kira and Hisagi opened the doors for the group. Kira handed the keys to the guard as they followed Byakuya in. They entered building to the lobby. They stood in front of the elevator. They all road up the same car because they were going to the same floor. As they got off the elevator, Rangiku did a weapons check with every one and Ikkaku did a radio check.

Byakuya had told the group to rest up because in two days, we will be meeting with the board of directors for the family. "I have to coordinate with Mr. Yamamoto for the meeting."

Yumichika walked to Ikkaku. "I am going to stay with Rangiku tonight to talk and discuss her wedding. I seem to be the only one who understand true beauty."

They laughed as they hugged each other and went their ways to the room.

Byakuya looked at Ikkaku watching Yumichika as he disappeared in the room with Rangiku. He looked at Byakuya.

"Yumi knows that whatever decision is made, we know that everyone will support it." Ikkaku smile and walked into his room.

Byakuya went in his room and headed straight for the bed. He sat down and started to think of past events.

-Flashback-

The first time Byakuya and Ikkaku met was their first fight at the gym. Ikkaku was a student of Kyoraku after he followed Byakuya home one day. Ikkaku was a good student and talented fighter and just like Byakuya, he wanted to mold and train the two together. They became friends and they also help Rangiku train in her fighting ability.

One day Ukitake noticed someone standing outside the gym across the street. This child waited until Ikkaku got through with his training. The two would walk of together to where they was living. Ukitake would ask the child to come in but the child refused and would walk away.

One day Kyoraku went to the child and spoke.

"I see you standing out here waiting for Ikkaku. Are you his friend?" Kyoraku asked as he observed the child. He thought he was the most beautiful child he has ever seen.

"He is my best friend. He said that he will always protect me." The child gave a slight smile. "Do you protect the white haired man?"

Kyoraku laughed as he stood. "That white haired man protects me and our children. And yes, he is my best friend."

Kyoraku started to walk back into his gym when he turned around. "If you like, you can come in and watch your friend train. Or you can stay out here. I think your friend would want you to come inside so he can concentrate on his training."

The next day he came in to the gym.

As the days went on, he would watch the three practice and then he would help Ukitake in the kitchen with dinner. Ukitake learned that his name was Yumichika Ayasegawa and that he left home because Ikkaku told him he would protect him. Ukitake learned not to push the children because if they trust you, they will tell you everything.

He would talk with Rangiku and Byakuya and at times he would only speak to Ukitake.

Ukitake and Kyoraku started treating Ikkaku and Yumichika like a part of the family. Yumichika stated to speak with Kyoraku and the two began to form a trusting relationship. Ukitake and Kyoraku decided to add the two to their family. Ukitake did not want them out alone in the neighborhood.

One day, Rangiku came running in the kitchen where Kyoraku and Ukitake were sitting at the table reading the newspaper.

"Guardians, Yumi has been attacked. Byakuya and Ikkaku are fighting the man. Please come, Hurry!" Rangiku said as she was out of breath but she did not stop moving. She ran out the door with Kyoraku and Ukitake very close on her heels. After about several blocks, Rangiku pointed to a man fighting Byakuya and Ikkaku. Kyoraku told Ukitake and Rangiku to go and get Yumi and take him back to the house.

He saw Ikkaku and Byakuya working together to bring the man down. The man threw the boys off and was about to attack when Kyoraku grabbed him by one hand. He threw the man to the ground and stood on his hand.

"You will not hit any of my children."

Inside the house, Ukitake and Rangiku came in the room where Yumichika was crotched down in a corner. He had a knife in his hand and a body on the floor.

"Yumi," Ukitake spoke in a low tone, "Yumi it's me Ukitake. I got Rangiku with me."

He slowly walked over the body on the floor to Yumichika. He kept the knife close to him. He was shaking so hard that Ukitake knew he had to be careful. He slowly reached out to take the knife from Yumichika.

"Yumi, I want you to give me the knife. I and Rangiku are going to take you home with us."

"He was trying to hurt me. He and his friend wanted to take me away from Ikkaku." Yumichika started to cry as he slowly let go of the knife. He reached out for Ukitake and hugged him.

They hugged until the man started to moan.

Ukitake looked at Rangiku and told her to take Yumichika back to the home. Rangiku grabbed Yumichika's hand and started to run out of the house. Yumichika looked back and saw Ukitake beating the man on the floor. They ran passed the other group and they saw Byakuya and Ikkaku. Yumichika broke away from Rangiku and ran to hug Ikkaku. He felt how afraid Yumichika was. He hugged him back and whispered in his ear.

"Go with Ukitake and Rangiku. I and Byakuya are going to help Kyoraku to put these men away. They won't hurt you anymore. Here comes Ukitake. Go with him, please. We will be home soon."

Yumichika let him go and went with Ukitake. He heard several other men come to help them remove the men.

At the home, Ukitake ran a bath for Yumichika so that he could clean up. "Do you want me to leave so that you would be alone?" Ukitake asked as he was about to go out.

Yumichika stood next to Ukitake and started to undress. Ukitake walked with Yumichika to get in the tub. Ukitake started to wash Yumichika's back. The whole time Yumichika did not let go of Ukitake. As he started to dose off, Ukitake finally understood the secret that Yumichika was hiding: He is really a She.

Yumichika continued to hold on to Ukitake as he continued to giving her a bath. He started to hum softly as Yumichika started to relax. She started talking as if to explain why this was the way she was.

"I want to be a boy so that I can get strong so no one will hurt me," she said as she held tighter to Ukitake.

"You do not have to be afraid any more. We will train you to be strong. If you still want to be a boy, you can be. You will be anything you want to be. I promise you," Ukitake said as he felt Yumichika fall asleep.

End of Flashback

Byakuya thought about how ever since Gin has come into their lives, Yumi started to question her sexuality. But one thing he could always count on. Yumichika will always have his head in the game.

Byakuya picked up his phone and did a video call to Gin. Light chat turned into a conference with Bigan, Ukitake and Kyoraku. Byakuya told all that he expected them to be at the conference in two days and told them to have the information ready for presentation.

After all the conversation and 'I love you', the conversation came back to Gin. She asked how he is feeling after seeing his father. He told Gin of the feelings and hurt he felt until he threatened her and his family. He told her that is when any feelings of sympathy that he had for his father or step mother went away at that moment.